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The Verve

Musical Group

English rock band formed in Wigan in 1990, led by Richard Ashcroft with Nick McCabe (guitar), Simon Jones (bass) and Peter Salisbury (drums). Known for their evolution from shoegaze atmospheres to Britpop anthems, notably Urban Hymns.

Formed in Wigan around 1990. Originally released material as Verve before adopting "The Verve". Key members include Richard Ashcroft, Nick McCabe, Simon Jones and Peter Salisbury; Simon Tong later played guitar with the band. Major albums include A Storm In Heaven (1993), A Northern Soul (1995), Urban Hymns (1997) and Forth (2008).

DeBaser collects a decent amount of reviews of The Verve covering their shoegaze origins, Britpop breakthrough and later reunion. Major albums discussed include A Storm In Heaven, A Northern Soul, Urban Hymns and Forth. Reviews praise Nick McCabe's guitar atmospheres and Richard Ashcroft's charismatic vocals.

For:Fans of 90s British rock, shoegaze and Britpop collectors

 The face that stands out is that of the enigmatic leader Richard Ashcroft, a sort of Mick Jagger on acid who wouldn't crack a smile even under torture.

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 As for Richard Ashcroft's lyrics, one must absolutely thank drugs, especially MDMA.

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 The drugs don't work, they just make you worse, but I know I'll see your face again

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